Highly Desired, early 3.0 Liter Turbo Carrera
One of Only 717 US-Spec Cars Produced
Number Matching Engine and Transmission
Includes Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
Well-Presented Example in Stunning Color Combination
Recent Major Service by Porsche Specialist Jones Autowerks
Highly Detailed and Beautifully Presented Throughout
Includes Original Books, Tools, Spare, Jack & Accessories and The Porsche 3.0 Turbo Book!
The 911 Turbo arrived on U.S. shores for the 1976 year. Reworked for emissions friendliness, the North American model was officially coined the “Turbo Carrera”, as Porsche continued to produce the 3.0-liter 930 through the 1977 model year, before switching to an intercooled 3.3-liter engine. In total, just 2,819 of the first generation 3.0-liter 930 Turbo Carrera were produced, with only 1,237 originally destined for the United States.
9307800498 was completed on March 23, 1977 as a non-catalyst, U.S. model in period appropriate Bitter Chocolate Brown over Dark Brown Leather, with electric sunroof and Pirelli tires. It was sold new on May 6, 1977 through Burgin Motors of Logansport, Indiana, eventually making its way to Finksburg, Maryland and later San Antonio, Texas. This striking example of the highly desired 3.0L 911 Turbo Carrera now displays just 71,600 miles and is beautifully presented and with excellent road manners.
Never restored, but rather freshened and serviced as needed, the exterior’s paint was reapplied in years ago, while original portions are still visibly preserved in areas such as the door jambs and engine compartment. It appears much of the body’s trim, lenses, glass, and equipment remain original to the vehicle. Its wheels and tires were renewed in 2016. Likewise, the cabin is fitted with excellent original leather seating and surrounds, while the dash, rear deck and carpeting were reupholstered around the time of the repaint. Coco mats offer additional protection. Period Blaupunkt radio and microphone remain fitted. ALL electrical and mechanical auxiliaries are in proper working order, including the clock, sunroof, lights, signals, instruments, air conditioning, front and rear wipers, mirror, windshield and headlight squirters. Impressively the production number 1075846, as stamped under the dash pad, coincide with the original hand-written sets found on each side of the lower rockers – and reflect the level of undercarriage preservation. The undercarriage has been meticulously steamed cleaned and shows and still visible is the original factory applied coating and some of the cosmoline applied at the factory.
Performance is exceptionally strong through the powerband, without stumble or complaint – compression is strong and even across the board. Jones Autowerks of San Antonio, Texas performed 9307800498’s most recent engine-out service, as recorded in the Turbo’s file. In addition to the dossier and Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, the 911 comes complete with original tool kit, 2/77 spare and jack up front, touch-up paint, along with its VIN matched Owner’s Manual and Warranty book in folio. An example worth close attention from driver enthusiasts and collectors alike, it’s with good measure that these early 930s are becoming less available on the market, as they represent the new era in Porsche engineering and design. This complete, matching and well-appointed Turbo Carrera is now available for worldwide purchase and delivery from our Houston, Texas showroom.
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